Uzbekistan: Conch International inaugurates cement plant

29 April 2024 Andijan region’s cement plant set to enhance cement production (CW Group) Uzbekistan's Andijan region marks a significant milestone with the inauguration of a new cement plant, a project backed by USD 250 million in Chinese investment from Conch...

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• Category: Plant Expansions

Shree Cement commits to 100% renewable energy by 2050

26 April 2024 innovative approach to sustainability, exploring technologies such as battery storage, pump storage, and green hydrogen to enhance renewable energy usage. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: Environment

Costamare expands fleet

26 April 2024 strategic move underscores its commitment to expanding its dry bulk fleet, leveraging opportunities in the market to enhance its presence and operational capabilities. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly...

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• Category: Markets & trade

Russia's wheat exports soar

26 April 2024 shift from two months ago when both were offered at USD 227 per ton. Furthermore, European stock price spikes could further enhance the competitiveness of Russian wheat. The May contract for French wheat on MATIF closed at USD 230 per ton on April 22,...

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• Category: Markets & trade

Lubrizol boosts acrylic emulsion manufacturing capacity

26 April 2024 investment aimed at bolstering the acrylic emulsion manufacturing capacity at its Gastonia, North Carolina plant. This enhancement underscores Lubrizol's commitment to delivering innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of various industries. The...

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• Category: North America

Surge in India's paper imports raises concerns

26 April 2024 challenges posed by surging imports becomes imperative. Efforts to bolster the domestic paper industry's competitiveness, enhance productivity, and promote sustainable practices are crucial to mitigate the adverse effects of escalating imports....

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• Category: India

Optimizing supplier relationships in logistics

26 April 2024 fulfilment,’ the paper offers actionable insights and tools to combat supplier fragmentation. Amidst increasing pressure to enhance efficiency, Southgate's white paper provides valuable guidance for organizations looking to streamline operations by...

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• Category: Global

Egypt and China partner to construct two cutting-edge dry bulk ships

25 April 2024 of 20 million tons of critical commodities annually, including grains and oil. Additionally, the new ships will enhance passenger connectivity between Egypt and other global destinations, fostering greater economic and social exchange. With these...

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• Category: Equipment & technology

Cementos Molins enhances safety with AI integration

25 April 2024 Cementos Molins has embarked on an initiative, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its maintenance equipment for enhanced safety measures. Cementos Molins is leading the charge in industrial safety by deploying AI technology across its fleet...

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• Category: Equipment

Vitaly Kaiser named Executive Vice President at JSC HC Sibcem

25 April 2024 at JSC HC Sibcem, succeeding Sergei Sheptalin. In his new role, Kaiser aims to bolster clinker and grinding capacities, enhance environmental safety, and optimize production costs. Notably, he plans to increase the use of mineral additives and explore...

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• Category: People

Turkmenistan ready for foreigner oil and petrochemical collab

25 April 2024 potential. Agajanov highlighted Turkmenistan's ambition to modernize its oil refineries by adopting new technologies to enhance product quality, competitiveness, and compliance with international standards. He emphasized the readiness of the concern to...

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• Category: Production

Metsä Board revamps folding boxboard machine

25 April 2024 Upgrade project set to boost quality and efficiency (CW Group) Metsä Board has unveiled plans to enhance its folding boxboard machine at the Simpele mill in Southeast Finland, marking a significant investment in modernization and efficiency. The...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Ranpak’s eco-friendly packaging innovations

25 April 2024 ideal for temperature-sensitive goods in food, beverage, and healthcare sectors. Ranpak's RecyCold portfolio aims to enhance sustainability in packaging, with the climaliner Plus liners offering easy recyclability and customization options for branding....

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• Category: Global

New solution saves water in paper manufacturing

25 April 2024 improved cleaning efficiency, resulting in remarkable savings of 7.5 million liters of water annually. Additionally, it enhanced paper quality, reduced downtime, and increased productivity. This success story highlights the transformative impact of...

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• Category: Global

Valmet advances corrugated board quality with IQ moisturizer for Adara Pakkaus

24 April 2024 with the existing Valmet IQ MD Moisture Control System, will be automatically controlled to reduce warp waste, and enhance corrugated board quality. This strategic investment underscores Adara Pakkaus' commitment to operational excellence and customer...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Swedish roundwood prices increase

24 April 2024 Pulpwood of coniferous trees, Pulpwood of broadleaved trees, and Total of pulpwood. This consolidation and expansion aim to enhance the accuracy of statistics on roundwood prices. Additionally, adjustments have been made to underlying calculations,...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Beibu Gulf port's visionary expansion

24 April 2024 river-sea intermodal transport facilities. Moreover, the port plans to raise additional capital to fund key projects and enhance service offerings.[/PAID] Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: Ports & handling

Adbri secures government grant for Birkenhead facility upgrade

24 April 2024 Federal funding to enhance cement facility and reduce emissions (CW Group) Adbri, a prominent player in Adelaide's industrial landscape, has received a substantial USD 50 million grant from the federal government. This funding aims to facilitate an...

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• Category: Environment

Yanbu Cement expands collaboration with Mastek

24 April 2024 YCC. Leveraging the Oracle Fusion stack, Mastek will streamline processes, improve customer and employee experience, and enhance governance excellence. This initiative is projected to reduce order fulfillment turnaround time, optimize material loading...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

Cement prices to increase in Chongqing

24 April 2024 cement prices in Chongqing’s major urban markets are set to increase. This adjustment comes as several leading firms aim to enhance profitability in a challenging market environment. Industry insiders note that the pricing strategy reflects recent...

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• Category: Volume & Pricing